Social services jobs in Bay of Plenty.

Leading teams · Managing casework · Building relationships

Experienced leader of teams with strong communication, relationship-building, and case management skills; understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi obligations and statutory requirements; ability to work in a te ao Māori space.

Supporting daily living · Promoting independence · Managing risk

Full NZ driver's licence; full legal right to work in NZ; availability for flexible shifts including weekends and sleepovers; computer and tablet proficiency; strong written and verbal communication; physical fitness for support

Supporting rangatahi · Providing advocacy · Recording progress

Experience working with rangatahi and whānau in youth, employment, education or social services; NCEA Level 3 or equivalent; knowledge of employment pathways; client-management system experience; full NZ driver's licence; strong communication and leadership skills.

Meeting with families · Completing needs assessments · Formulating intervention plans

SWRB registration or eligibility to register; social work qualification recognised by the SWRB; full, clean, current driver's licence

Helping people find work · Building relationships · Supporting clients

Full NZ driver licence; experience in social service, addiction, youth, mental health, disability, employment, or career development; strong communication and relationship-building skills; COVID-19 vaccination mandatory; background check required.

Supporting youth wellbeing · Building resilience · Working with schools

5+ yrsLevel 4 NZ Certificate in Health and Wellbeing or equivalent; experience with young people and trauma-informed care; understanding of local community issues and tikanga Māori; de-escalation and relationship-building skills; current full NZ driver licence.

Supporting daily routines · Building independence skills · Connecting with community

Full NZ driver's licence; legal right to work in New Zealand

Supporting emotional regulation · Building daily living skills · Supporting personal goals

Full NZ driver's license; availability to work mornings, evenings, sleepovers and weekends; legal right to work in New Zealand

Supporting tamariki and whānau · Assessing safety concerns · Coordinating practical support

Fully registered social worker; current practising certificate; experience working alongside tamariki and whānau in complex environments

Supporting everyday living · Promoting choice and independence · Building trusting relationships

Male applicants; full New Zealand Driver’s Licence; legal right to work in New Zealand; willing to undergo Police and Oranga Tamariki vetting; weekday, weekend and overnight availability

Supervising social workers · Managing team workflow · Supporting team development

Full, clean, valid driver’s licence; full registration with the Social Workers Registration Board; social work qualification recognised by the SWRB; previous people management and/or mentoring experience; knowledge of the Oranga Tamariki Act 1989; understanding of tikanga Māori and Pacific peoples’ culture

Leading team · Coaching staff · Building relationships

Proven team leadership experience, knowledge of Bay of Plenty health/NGO sector, relevant qualification in health/social services/management or significant experience, wellness and recovery principles, physical fitness, current full clean NZ driver licence, background check.